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Avalanche Skills Training

Avalanche Skills Training
SNOWMOBILE - AST Level 1:

Avalanche Canada designed material. With 50% classroom and 50% field. AST1 is the first step towards understanding the avalanche hazards of riding in the mountains and where to access valuable resources to help you make informed decisions based on current conditions (avalanche.ca).

  • Build confidence with your equipment and companion rescue skills;
  • Use the Avaluator to identify avalanche terrain for decision making in areas rated with the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale, (ATES);
  • Learn to identify avalanche terrain;
  • Understand Avalanche Canada bulletins and danger ratings to know before you go;
  • Understand snowpack basics, how snow loads, slab formation, release, weak layer identification and signs of snow instability;
  • Basic trip planning, advanced trip planning available depending on knowledge and experience of the group;
  • Determine your own level of risk tolerance and how this applies in a group setting;
  • Understand group dynamics for better decision making;
  • Understand the limitations of AST Level 1 material and the path for continued training.
Wilderness and Remote First Aid

Canadian Red Cross developed specialty first aid courses for remote and wilderness settings. Courses are suitable for those who live, work, and/or play in remote locations or for individuals who supervise those who do. The elements of nature are unpredictable and complicate an emergency response to injury. The more these skills are practiced the more likely you are to react in an effective manner. Participants must be in good health and physical condition to perform the requirements in a non-urban environment.

Wilderness & Remote First Aid 20 hours 25-50% outdoors

Advanced Wilderness & Remote First Aid 40 hours 25-50% outdoors